Welcome To Florida - State in the extreme SE United States. A long, low peninsula between the Atlantic Ocean and the Gulf of Mexico. Florida is bordered by Georgia and Alabama.

Area, 58,560 sq mi (151,670 sq km).

Pop. (2000) 15,982,378, a 23.5% increase since the 1990 census.

Capital,Tallahassee.

Largest city,Jacksonville.

Nickname, Sunshine State.

Motto,In God We Trust.

State bird, mockingbird.

State flower, orange blossom.

State tree, Sabal palmetto palm.

Tourism plays a primary role in the state's economy; in 1996 visitors to Florida spent over $48 billion. Walt Disney World, a massive cluster of theme parks near Orlando that is one of the world's leading tourist attractions; Universal Studios, a combination theme park and film and television production facility, also near Orlando; and other attractions draw millions yearly.

Famed beaches, such as those at Miami Beach , Daytona Beach , and Fort Lauderdale , attract hordes of vacationers. With more than 4,000 sq mi (10,360 sq km) of inland water and with the sea readily accessible from almost anywhere in the state, Florida is a fishing paradise. Other attractions include Everglades National Park, with its unusual plant and animal life; Palm Beach , with its palatial estates; and Sanibel Island's picturesque resorts.

Famous for its citrus fruits, Florida leads the nation in the production of oranges, grapefruits, tangerines, and market-ready corn and tomatoes. Other important crops include sugarcane and many varieties of winter vegetables. Cattle and dairy products are important, as is commercial fishing, with the catch including crabs, lobsters, and shrimp.

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AQUA at Pelican Isle embraces its fortunate residents with an impeccable array of luxury, personal service and recreational amenities. The acclaimed design team has created the most unique resort lifestyle in Naples. Amenities include a spa, fitness center, rooftop deck and sky lounge, and movie theater, all managed under the watchful eye of a full-time concierge.

A master planned gated community perfect for families of all ages and sizes offer villas, single-family and estate homes starting from the $100s. Bella Terra means "beautiful land" in Italian and that's exactly what you will find here. It is nestled in a preserve paradise and inspired by beautiful northern Italian-style architecture. Set amid 1,000 acres with 100 acres of tranquil lakes and 400 acres of conservation preserves.

Nestled along the pristine coastline of Longboat Key is a new level of exclusivity to define beachfront living, the taste of luxury, the reward for a lifetime of accomplishment: Your inspiration. Your dream. Your Bleu Claire. Designed to evoke the feeling of a retreat from the everyday, Bleu Claire on Longboat Key is inspired by the villas of the French Riviera. The community's understated elegance reflects the beauty of its natural surroundings and the enchanting views of the Gulf of Mexico.

Fiddler's Creek is a master-planned luxury residential community, to be comprised of nearly 100 distinct neighborhoods upon completion. Less than one-third of the land at Fiddler's Creek will be developed for residential use, while the remainder is reserved primarily for nature and recreation.

A master planned, gated, golf course lifestyle community full of amenities starting from the high $100s. Here you'll feel like you're on vacation all year long. Heritage Bay offers and extraordinary lifestyle that combines golf, tennis, fitness and a full calendar of social events. Keep your days and nights busy with activity or simple relax and soak in the amazing lake, golf or preserve views that comprise of over 80% of the community. Heritage Bay has the Florida lifestyle and home style you are looking in an amenity packed resort lifestyle.

Come live and play in paradise. At Legends Bay at IMG Academies, you connect with the beauty offered in this pristine natural environment. With its mile-long waterfront, this private gated commmunity lets you experience the feeling of being far removed, but not far away. Beautifully situated along the waters of Sarasota Bay with astounding panoramic vistas, Legends Bay offers incomparable aesthetics and quality along with access to select facilities at neighboring world-renowned IMG Academies.

A close-to-everything Naples location, three championship golf courses and a cosmopolitan atmosphere amid lush natural surroundings has made Lely Resort one of the most sought after addresses in Naples. Lely Resort offers 13 spectacular unique neighborhoods.

Ideally located in the heart of North Naples and offering a selection of two- to five-bedroom home designs suited to every lifestyle, Manchester Square is the perfect address for casual, carefree living.

LUXURY IS JUST THE BEGINNING AT MARISOL. Those searching for a home of optimum luxury will discover more than they ever dreamed possible at Marisol. In addition to luxurious interiors, modern architecture and a stunning amenity center and pool, this new oceanfront oasis is located on 11 acres of peaceful and pristine beachfront property overlooking the shimmering blue Atlantic Ocean on one side and the iconic Indian River on the other. The five new luxury mid-rise condominium buildings of Marisol also come with direct access to ¼-mile of secluded shoreline and resort-style amenities, and the South Hutchinson Island location provides the ultimate South Florida lifestyle. Immerse yourself in elegance at Marisol.

Paseo. The way to say "journey". Our way of saying a wonderful place to live. Stock Development presents an exciting new Ft. Myers community designed with a blend of inspired residences, all a stroll away from the Paseo Village Center. With plenty of places and spaces for family and friends to meet and celebrate life. Priced to move you!

Pelican Preserve is Southwest Florida's most vibrant 55-and-better destination. This award-winning community boasts a 70,000-square-foot Town Center, a Golf Club, 27 holes of golf and a full calendar of social, recreational and cultural activities.

As Sarasota's premier builder of luxury waterfront residences since 1980, Perrone Construction's reputation for unparalleled excellence is widely acknowledged throughout the community. Our dedication to quality and our commitment to our client remain as strong today as ever. Repeat clients and referrals from former clients account for a good deal of our business, and to our company, this is the highest compliment that we could receive.

A Bradenton Florida vacation that will last you a lifetime. River Strand by Lennar in heritage Harbour includes a FREE country club membership with every home purchase. Living in River Strand means more than just owning a home…it's a lifestyle. That's because with the purchase of your beautiful new home, you'll also receive a Full Country Club Equity Style Membership. The Full Country Club Equity Style Membership entitles you and your family to have full-use of all River Strand's facilities including our 27-hole championship golf course designed by Arthur Hills. Reasonably priced annual dues cover all the golf and tennis you can play. With your membership, golf course fees are waived and you only pay for your golf cart rental.

Stoneybrook by Lennar in Venice, FL A master planned gated community perfect for families of all ages and sizes offer single-family homes at an unbelievable value from the mid $100s. This 900 home, gated community was recently voted by Builder Magazine as one of the TOP 10 BEST SELLING communities in America. And it's easy to see why, here you will enjoy all of the amenities of a country club lifestyle for a fraction of the cost. Plus, the location puts you a mere 3 miles from some of the most gorgeous Gulf of Mexico beaches on Florida's west coast. All of this makes Stoneybrook the perfect community for families of all ages.

Luxury living in Naples, Florida, is becoming more refined. More relaxed. And more intriguing than ever before. With a refreshingly new and varied collection of luxury homes overlooking the acclaimed Norman & Dye golf course. A landscape dedicated to personal health and social vitality, designed with picturesque gardens, parks, waterways and walking trails. And, coming soon, a spectacular new interpretation of the club called Vyne House. To schedule a tour or preview the property please call 239.449.5900.

Home of the Ritz-Carlton® Golf Resort, Tiburón features 36 holes of Greg Norman-designed championship golf, resort-style conveniences and a superb location surrounded by Naples' best beaches, shopping and dining.

On the shores of the Manatee River, Tidewater Preserve is a dynamic waterfront community with exceptional amenities including the Port & Court Club, tennis complex, canoe/kayak launch and riverfront walk.

Blending the time-honored traditions of golf with modern conveniences, TPC Treviso Bay boasts 18 holes of picturesque and beautifully maintained golf; an array of amenities; and the personalized service and outstanding privileges that have become synonymous with the PGA TOUR's acclaimed TPC Network of clubs. At TPC Treviso Bay, remarkable golf is just the beginning of an outstanding PGA TOUR experience.

Venetian Golf & River Club provides artfully designed living sculpted around championship golf and a 70-acre Nature Park. The community's two social hubs, The River Club and The Golf Club, offer a spectacular mix of activities and events.

WCI sets the standard for building exceptional communities, creating amenities that challenge and exhilarate, while upholding our unwavering commitment to the places we call home. WCI has developed master-planned communities where today there are over 150,000 residents who enjoy amenity-rich lifestyles. WCI is fully committed to maintain and enhance this trust and will demand the highest quality construction and customer service to ensure The Experience Is Everything® for our valued customers.